Mangum Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hester Lake Dam #1 Horton Lake Dam #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mangum Pond, located in Person County, North Carolina, is a privately-owned water resource regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this earth dam is for fire protection, stocking, or as a small fish pond. With a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, Mangum Pond has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres. While the hazard potential is classified as low, the condition assessment is rated as poor based on the most recent inspection in March 2021.
Despite its poor condition assessment, Mangum Pond serves as a vital resource for the surrounding community, providing water for fire protection and recreational activities. As a part of the Knap Of Reeds Creek-Tr watershed, the pond plays a role in the local ecosystem and contributes to the overall water management in the area. However, the need for maintenance and potential improvements to the dam structure is evident to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the future. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find Mangum Pond to be an intriguing case study in the intersection of human infrastructure and environmental conservation efforts.
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
Knap Of Reeds Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mangum Pond